Orthopaedic Surgery Research Coordinator

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Location:

Brooklyn, NY, United States

Schedule:

Part time, Day Posted:
Days of Week:
Weekdays Shift Start Time: 8:00amShift End Time: 12:00pmUnion Name: UUPFTE: 0.5

Minimum Base Salary: 27,968

Maximum Base Salary: 30,000

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Clinical Instructor (HS) / Orthopaedic Surgery Research Coordinator.

Job Summary The Clinical Instructor (HS) / Orthopaedic Surgery Research Coordinator will work collaboratively with faculty, physicians, residents, and interdisciplinary research teams to support clinical investigations, musculoskeletal research, and evidence-based advancements in Orthopaedic surgery. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and conducting clinical and biomechanical research studies that advance the department's academic and scientific objectives. This position will support the design and implementation of research protocols, collection and analysis of clinical outcomes data, preparation of scholarly publications and conference presentations, and development of grant proposals.

Key Responsibilities & Duties Propose, design, coordinate, and conduct clinical and biomechanical research studies using appropriate scientific methodologies and statistical techniques.

Develop research protocols, establish study objectives, and verify appropriate study designs and valid statistical methods.

Collect, organize, and maintain study-related data, including demographics, baseline clinical information, clinical outcome measures, functional assessments, and post-intervention or observational outcomes.

Perform statistical analyses using methods such as ANOVA, ANCOVA, linear regression, and other applicable techniques.

Evaluate and interpret research findings to ensure conclusions and clinical recommendations are supported by statistical evidence.

Prepare and submit abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations for national and international conferences and peer-reviewed medical journals.

Collaborate with physicians, residents, faculty, and interdisciplinary researchers to develop and implement research initiatives.

Coordinate departmental research activities, maintain research and outcomes data, and develop and manage electronic research databases.

Participate in clinical, musculoskeletal, and biomechanical research activities in departmental laboratories.

Conduct gait analysis of patients with scoliosis, including collection and evaluation of pre- and post-intervention gait marker data in the gait laboratory.

Assist with research grant proposals, submissions, and efforts to secure external funding; maintain knowledge of funding opportunities and grant requirements.

Support compliance with applicable IRB requirements, approved protocols, HIPAA, and patient confidentiality standards.

Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary academic research team; perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications Medical Doctor (MD) degree from an accredited medical school or recognized international equivalent.

Demonstrated knowledge of clinical research methodologies, study design, data collection, and scientific research principles.

Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and interpretation of clinical research data.

Ability to develop research protocols, evaluate findings, and prepare scholarly research materials.

Strong analytical, organizational, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with physicians, residents, faculty, and interdisciplinary research teams.

Or, a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of clinical research experience in Orthopaedic Surgery or a closely related medical specialty.

Experience with sponsor-supported clinical research, IRB protocols, clinical trials, and HIPAA requirements.

Experience conducting clinical outcomes, biomechanical, or musculoskeletal research.

Proficiency with medical research databases, database queries, and electronic research data collection systems.

Experience applying ANCOVA, ANOVA, linear regression, and other relevant statistical techniques.

Experience preparing scientific abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations for peer-reviewed publications and conferences.

Experience preparing research grant proposals and securing or supporting external research funding.

Experience with gait analysis, motion analysis…